Madame Peacock
"AS THE WOMAN WHO RELINQUISHED WITH A SHRUG THOSE THINGS IN LIFE MOST WOMEN HOLD MOST DEAR-FOR WHAT?..SHE WAS LATER TO LEARN."
Originally released in 1920. Madame Peacock is a drama film. directed by Ray C. Smallwood. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Alla Nazimova, George Probert, and John Steppling
Synopsis
Jane Goring, a ruthlessly ambitious actress, forsakes her life as a wife and mother for the stage. Returning home from a performance one night, Jane is disgusted to find her husband Robert McNaughton victimized by a tubercular cough and so banishes him and her young daughter to a sanitarium in Colorado. Years pass, finding Jane still estranged from her family. On the opening night of her new play, Jane finds herself upstaged and outperformed by Gloria Cromwell, a rising young actress, who, unknown to Jane, is her abandoned daughter. Returning home, Jane is haunted by visions of her husband and child and begins to sob. Looking up from her pillow, she is startled to see her husband with Gloria.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1920
105 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Nazimova Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madame Peacock about?
Jane Goring, a ruthlessly ambitious actress, forsakes her life as a wife and mother for the stage. Returning home from a performance one night, Jane is disgusted to find her husband Robert McNaught...
Who directed Madame Peacock?
Madame Peacock was directed by Ray C. Smallwood.
How long is Madame Peacock?
Madame Peacock has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was Madame Peacock released?
Madame Peacock was released on October 1, 1920 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Madame Peacock?
The main cast of Madame Peacock includes Alla Nazimova, George Probert, John Steppling, William Orlamond, Rex Cherryman.